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Fighting Hodgkin lymphoma: help Ricardo afford treatment in Kingston

12 rounds of treatment are planned at Kingston Cancer Centre; we're asking for help with the costs insurance doesn't cover.

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Ricardo Bailey
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Kingston
In July I was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma. My oncology team at Kingston Cancer Centre has planned 12 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in October. I was told to expect about 7 weeks away from work. I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 51, I worked as a shop owner until July, and I have been the main earner for my household. Treatment is covered only in part. Medication that isn't on the approved list, transport to Kingston Cancer Centre 5 times a week, and the income I have lost add up quickly. My family is doing everything they can, but we've already sold what we could and are borrowing for groceries. I'll post every invoice and receipt as an update so donors can follow where each gift goes. Where the $3,550 goes: • Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $1,950 • Scans and lab work: $510 • Transport to Kingston Cancer Centre: $190 • Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $170 • Household costs while unable to work: $730 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure. - Ricardo
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    Delivered on promises

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

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    Helped when no one else could

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

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    Great help in a difficult time

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

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  • Luca G. Berry

    thinking of you. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. I hope October is when things finally get easier. All the best.

    • Rafaela Larissa GuimarãesQuestion

      Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Ricardo!

      • Odette Colette Fontaine

        Hope it all works out, Ricardo. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. My cousin had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Greetings from Kano

        • Jennifer S. Castillo

          Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. God bless.

          • Hoa Châu Diep

            Thanks for sharing this, Ricardo. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. All the best

            • Luciana Márcia Pinto

              take care, Ricardo. Hope the doctors have good news. Sent it to 13 people at work. Blessings.

              • Yaa Abigail Ntim

                Wishing you peace, Ricardo. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Put this on a community board in Faisalabad this morning. All the best

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